Abstract
In present study, proximate chemical composition and tocopherol content were evaluated for estimation of food quality. The
maize genotypes with promising agronomic parameters were analyzed for their biochemical composition and further guidance
for maize crop improvement with respect to quality traits. Twelve (12) genotypes (n= 60) of maize (Zea mays L.) cultivated at
Maize and Millet Research Institute, Yousafwala, Sahiwal, Punjab, Pakistan were evaluated for diversity based on protein,
crude fiber, moisture contents, oil contents and tocopherol. The results showed that the crude protein contents were ranged
from 1.75 to 5.25%, crude fiber 2.12 to 2.55%, fat contents 2.83 to 5.20%, moisture contents 9.75 to 11.95% and total
tocopherol 1971 to 9382 µg/g γ-tocopherol was found in maximum concentration and crude fiber in minimum percentage.
These findings will be helpful to produce quality products from the maize and valuable to protect human beings against
degenerative processes, such as cancer and cardiovascular diseases.
